After a six-year pause, Tulum is reactivating its breathalyzer program to reduce alcohol-related accidents in the city. The operation will be managed by the Traffic, Health, and Civil Protection Departments and will be implemented during the winter season, particularly in December when alcohol consumption tends to increase. Location and Fines The breathalyzer checkpoints will be […]
Tulum’s Airport Falls Flat Despite Initial Hype
In the wake of its highly anticipated opening to international travel in March, Tulum’s airport was expected to be a massive success. However, after the first summer season, airlines are scaling back their operations, citing lower-than-expected demand. Located about 75 miles southwest of Cancun, a two-hour drive by road, Tulum is a growing town with […]
Cozumel Businessmen and NGOs Oppose Cruise Passenger Tax
Businessmen and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in Cozumel have organized a peaceful march for Sunday, December 8, to protest against a new tax on cruise passengers. They argue that this tax will severely impact Cozumel’s economy, which heavily relies on cruise tourism. Municipal Response Margarita del Rosario Vázquez Barrio, the general secretary of the City Council, […]
Woman Killed During Robbery in Playa del Carmen
A violent robbery in the Bellavista neighborhood of Playa del Carmen resulted in the murder of a woman early Monday morning. The incident occurred around 7:37 a.m. on 13th Street South between 140th and 145th Avenues. According to reports, the victim’s son received a call from his father, urging him to return home immediately. Upon […]
Armed Attack on Harem Club Bar in Playa del Carmen
In the early hours of Monday, an armed attack occurred at the Harem Club bar in the Ejido neighborhood of Playa del Carmen. The incident took place around 1:00 a.m. on December 9, when unknown assailants fired shots at the facade of the establishment. The attack happened on 8th Street and 115th Avenue, an area […]
Tulum Bans Electronic Music Parties for Winter Season
To support local businesses and tourism, Tulum has announced a ban on electronic music parties during the winter season. This decision aims to ensure tranquility and rest for residents and visitors. The announcement was made by municipal president Diego Castañon Trejo during a press conference, alongside officials from the Security, Tourism, Civil Protection, and Inspection […]
Admission Costs for National Visitors at Jaguar Park in Tulum
Jaguar Park in Tulum has recently opened its doors, generating much anticipation. Here’s what you need to know about the admission prices for national visitors. Official Opening The park officially began operations on December 5, as announced by the Olmeca Maya Mexica Airport, Railway, Auxiliary and Related Services Group. This group is responsible for the […]
Playa del Carmen: Punishment ordered for promoting subdivisions without permits
A federal judge ordered the Congress of Quintana Roo to specify criminal sanctions for one of the most common urban development crimes in Quintana Roo: advertising developments of subdivisions without permits. Last February, the Dmas association filed a claim for indirect protection against the legislative omission that left unpunished a crime contemplated in the Penal […]
Airlines Scale Back Service to Tulum
One of Mexico’s newest airports – Tulum – saw a large influx in air service when it opened just over a year ago in December 2023. Now, some airlines are scrubbing planned routes to the popular tourist destination in 2025. All major U.S. carriers – including American, Delta, and United – quickly added flights from […]
Proposed $42 Cruise Passenger Fee Could Drive Away Tourism from Cozumel and Mahahual
The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) has warned that cruise lines are considering new itineraries that bypass Mexico due to a proposed $42 fee for cruise passengers. This fee, set to take effect in 2025, could significantly impact Cozumel and Mahahual, two of Mexico’s main cruise ports. Current and Proposed Fees Currently, Jamaica charges $20 per […]